Mission
The Ally Network strives to provide a network of individuals who support, celebrate, and affirm all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people. Through education, advocacy, and awareness, the network contributes to an open campus climate that promotes a safer and more accepting University community.
What is an Ally?
An Ally is a person who is supportive of LGBT people. Allies are people who work to end oppression in their personal lives through support of, and as an advocate with and for, oppressed populations. With the term Ally comes a responsibility to continue to learn and be a part of the community long after a single training or educational session.
Purpose
The Ally Network provides an avenue through which all people can actively show their support of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. Ally members are identified by displaying the Ally symbol. Members attend training and receive resources including a resource manual. By displaying the Ally Network symbol, such as on office doors or within living spaces, members signify that their space is safe to talk about LGBT issues and that students and employees can be "out" or reveal their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Goals/Objectives
- Maintain a membership of allies who have pledged to support and affirm LGBT, and questioning students, staff, and faculty;
- Prepare staff, faculty, and students to serve as a resource to LGBT people, allies and others on campus;
- Increase interactions and conversations about LGBT issues/people on the campus